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Tara Quist
Anatomy Weeks 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The primary function of the lymphatic system is to: | Maintain fluid balance and support immunity |
| Which structure is known as the pacemaker of the heart? | SA node |
| The hormone insulin is produced by cells in which organ? | Pancreas |
| Which type of white blood cell is most involved in allergic reactions and parasitic infections? | Eosinophils |
| Where does gas exchange occur in the lungs? | Alveoli |
| The movement of digested nutrients from the intestine into the bloodstream is called: | Absorption |
| Which organ is the primary site of blood filtration in the urinary system? | Kidney |
| The functional unit of the kidney is the: | Nephron |
| Which hormone stimulates milk release during breastfeeding? | Oxytocin |
| Which chamber of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the body? | Left ventricle |
| What structure stores and concentrates bile? | Gallbladder |
| Sperm are produced in which part of the male reproductive system? | Seminiferous tubules |